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Why is Small-Business Lending Down $15 Billion?
Lending by big banks dropped 4.9 percent in the first quarter of 2011, according to a new report. Continue Reading
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Obama, Administration Officials Meet with Small-Business Owners
At a "Winning the Future" event in Cleveland, the president and several members of his cabinet fielded questions and concerns from business owners. Continue Reading
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Obama Plans to Cut SBA Budget Almost in Half
The president's 2012 budget proposal slashes Small Business Administration funding by 45 percent, although the agency's 2010 total was significantly inflated because of stimulus spending. Continue Reading
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Expert Take: What's the Best Way to Raise Money?
Without money, the best business ideas may never leave the kitchen table. Entrepreneurs weigh in on the best places to find startup capital. Continue Reading
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Small Business Administration Redefines 'Small Business'
New size standards will now classify more than 18,000 additional businesses as "small businesses," making them eligible for SBA programs. Continue Reading
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Why the Small Business Jobs Act Is Good For You -- and the Economy
The new law includes tax breaks and a $30 billion fund designed to help community banks boost lending to small businesses. Continue Reading
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Senate Passes Small-Business Bill. Now What?
After months of debate and public pressure from President Obama, the Senate finally passed the bill, which includes a $30 billion fund to boost lending to small businesses. Continue Reading
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Getting an SBA Loan: 5 Things You Need to Know
Getting a business loan is tough -- especially these days. But the Small Business Administration can still be a great lending partner. How to cut through the red tape and secure an SBA loan. Continue Reading
Loans to Small Businesses Plummet
Loans backed by the Small Business Administration dropped significantly after stimulus incentives dried up. Continue Reading
